Maintenance; Cleaning The Nozzle; Cleaning The Brushes; Lubrication - Hoover Floormate FH40150 Series Owner's Manual

CLEANINGTHE NOZZLE
The cleaner's nozzle can be removed for easy
cleaning.
,A CAUTION A
To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts-
Unplug before servicing. Do not use cleaner
without nozzle in place.
7.t Pull on nozzle release latch (A) upward.
7.2 Remove nozzle by rotating nozzle.
Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris
from squeegee (C) and wipe with a damp cloth.
7.3 To reattach nozzle, tilt cleaner backwards so the
front of the foot is 2-3" off of the floor. Secure upper
handle with one hand and align nozzle squeegee
with base from left to right with your other hand.
7.4 Simply rotate nozzle upward to lock in place.
Any other servicing should be done by an
authorized service representative. If appliance
is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water,
take it to a service center prior to
continuing use.
CLEANINGTHE BRUSHES
The brush assembly can be removed for easy
cleaning when the nozzle is completely removed.
(See "CLEANING THE NOZZLE" section)
A
CAUTION ,A
I To reducethe injury moving parts-
risk of from
Unplug before servicing. Do not use cleaner
without brushes in place.
Remove both tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside.
Remove nozzle (7.1-7.2).
Release foot pedal and tilt cleaner back so handle
rests on floor.
7.5 Push two brush release buttons (B) and
remove the brush assembly.
7.6 The brushes can be washed with a mild
detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based
detergent.
To replace brushes, align post (C) on brush block
with hole (D) on bottom of cleaner. Turn brushes
slightly until post fits easily into hole. Press brush
assembly firmly to snap into place.
Return cleaner to upright position. Replace nozzle
(7.4-7.5), making sure it is locked into position.
Return tanks into proper positions.
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LUBRICATION
The motor is equipped with bearings which contain
sufficient lubrication for its lifetime. The addition of
lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant
to motor.
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